City to undergo water infrastructure upgrades next week
submitted by the City of Manchester The City of Manchester has announced they will be installing new hydrants and water main valves begining on March 31, 2025, continuing throughout the week. During this time, residents in affected areas will experience temporary water service interruptions. All impacted residents have already received notification letters and will receive […]
ALI returning to Manchester this spring with two new classes!
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute Last Fall, for the first time in its history, with help from Kathy Dimond at the Manchester District Library, Adult Learners Institute (ALI) offered two classes in Manchester. Held in the Village Room at the Library/Village Offices, the first class, a history of Manchester, consisted of two sessions. […]
Washtenaw County holding two birding programs in the Leonard Preserve
by Sara Swanson The birds are back in town! Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation (WCPARC) will be holding two birding programs in the Leonard Preserve located at 375 N. Union St in Manchester on Saturday, May 10, led by Kelsey Dehring. The first is a Migratory Bird Day program from 8am and 10am and will […]
Spring sports getting under way at Manchester High School
by William Gross Spring weather is here and so are spring sports at Manchester High School. Teams have already begun practicing for games beginning in early April. Baseball leads off their season on the road against Dundee on April 5 and Addison on April 7. The Dutchmen begin their home season on Friday, April 11th […]
March Students of the Month named at Manchester Jr/Sr High School
submitted by Carla Zygner, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Jr/Sr High School is proud to announce their March Students of the Month. These students have gone above and beyond in both their academic achievements and contributions to their school community. Seventh grader Layla Line is a good role model. She is involved in the school […]
Learn to make pasta with Chef Keegan
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library (MDL) will host Chef Keegan of The Lakehouse Bakery on Thursday, April 3 at 6pm for a pasta making workshop. Learn how easy it is to make pasta at home. Chef Keegan will teach step by step how to make delicious homemade pasta with […]
Come play bingo at the library!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat Join the Manchester District Library staff for BINGO! for all ages April 3 at the library. Join the staff on the first Thursday of each month for a rousing round in the Teen Spot at 6:30pm. All ages are welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this […]
Poetry: When is a grave not a grave
When is a grave not a grave by Spenser Swanson Concave Hole in the ground in the wall in the window pane cracked with the force of god empty husk like the seashells on the shore line up north where the water always runs cold It opens like a mouth and says “When it feels […]
Tackett named to dean’s list at SVSU
submitted by Saginaw Valley State University More than 1,800 students from Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on the fall 2024 semester Deans’ List. Elise Tackett of Manchester was among those honored for academic excellence. To be eligible for the Deans’ List, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and carry a […]
Letter to the Editor: Elon Musk is a Traitor
March 18, 2025 See: Letter to the Editor: Elon Musk is a patriot Elon Musk didn’t get to where he is by following the democratic rules we’ve always followed in our government. Instead, he used his money to get to the top of American politics. So, how can someone like him—who gained power through corrupt […]
